Masturbation: A Good Habit

Masturbation: A Good Habit

For as long as I can remember, I’ve been touching my vulva and feeling pleasure. My true masturbation practice began when I was around thirteen. Although I don’t specifically remember my first orgasm, I’m sure that’s when I started to masturbate regularly, usually...
Practice for Exploration and Discovery

Practice for Exploration and Discovery

I was careening down the highway in my Sprinter van, headed to a shamanic retreat, my vibrator on a low setting, pressing through my jeans. It’s not what I usually think of as practice, but given that I orgasmed and then went at it again fifteen or so minutes later, I...
It’s Not Really About Finding the Time

It’s Not Really About Finding the Time

When I say I don’t have time to masturbate, what I usually mean is that I didn’t prioritize it. Whether I prioritize it depends entirely on what I believe those fifteen minutes are worth.  My everyday life looks like a lot of women’s. I’m a mother, I’m home with my...